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Dungeness Crab Fishery Update Nov 2021
Commercial and Recreational Dungeness Crab Fishery Update Humpback whales have migrated out of Fishing Zones 1 and 2 and crabs there have passed quality testing
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New Trap Regulations For Recreational Crabbing
Crabbing regulations Q: I have a few questions about the new trap regulations for recreational crabbing that took effect on November 1.
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Adoption of New Recreational Dungeness Crab Fishery Regulations
New regulations adopted by the Fish and Game Commission(opens in new tab) authorize the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) Director to restrict the use of crab traps in the beginning and end of the recreational Dungeness crab season
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Recreational Spiny Lobster Season Opens October 2
Last year’s season was particularly active, likely driven by residents looking for opportunities for outdoor activities during COVID-19 lockdowns.
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Study on how pandemic affected recreational anglers
More than 44 million people in the U.S. identify as recreational anglers making this hobby second only to jogging in terms of popular outdoor activities.
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Recreational Pacific Halibut Fishery to Reopen Sept. 3 2021
Based on the current estimates of catch through June, CDFW estimates that 20,964 net pounds of the 39,260 net pound quota remain for anglers to catch.
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Closure Planned for Recreational Pacific Halibut Fishery
Based on the latest catch projections, CDFW expects the 2021 California recreational quota of 39,260 net pounds will be exceeded unless the fishery is closed.
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California's Recreational Red Abalone Fishery Closes Through 2026
While the spring season typically signals the start of the recreational red abalone season, CDFW has a reminder for anglers in Northern California
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Input on 2021 Recreational Pacific Halibut Season Dates
California anglers who are interested in the recreational Pacific halibut fishery are invited to participate in an online survey to help inform the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) about angler preferences for open fishing dates during the upcoming 2021 season.
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CDFW announces changes to recreational groundfish regulations
New Recreational Groundfish Regulations For 2021 The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announces that multiple changes to the recreational groundfish regulations will take effect in the new year.
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Recreational Spiny Lobster Season Opening
California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) marine biologists are hopeful that this could be a bountiful year for divers and hoop netters.
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Aug 11 Ends Recreational Pacific Halibut Fishing
Based on the latest catch projections, CDFW expects the 2020 California recreational quota of 39,000 pounds has been taken.
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Some Recreational Fishing and Hunting to Open Starting May 5
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) announced today it will reopen some recreational fishing and hunting in a phased approach following the state's efforts to limit the spread of coronavirus.
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Recreational Ocean Fishery Openings to Proceed as Planned
Federal regulations establish recreational fishing seasons for California’s ocean salmon, groundfish and Pacific halibut fisheries, following recommendations made by the Pacific Fishery Management Council.
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Four Projects for Recreational Fisheries
NOAA is funding four projects that will enhance recreational fisheries engagement and restore habitat through the coastal National Fish Habitat Partnerships.
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Striped bass recreational fishing has begun
These fish spend most of their time in coastal waters but return to the fresh water of the Hudson each spring to spawn.
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Recreational Fishing Alliance's on COVID-19
The Recreational Fishing Alliance has been active in support of recreational fishermen and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic on both the local and national political stage.
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Federal Recreational Fishing Data Moves Into 21st Century Due to New Legislation
In the same week that Congress rolled out landmark bipartisan legislation to make historic ...
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